Are you looking for a school that will be right for your child and your family?

We would like to warmly welcome you to Pinewood Infant School, situated in the heart of Pinewood Park in Farnborough.

Pinewood Infant School was rebuilt in 2007 to the highest specification, with the architect winning many awards for its design. The school is set amongst pine trees in beautiful grounds which include a woodland walk, a vegetable garden and large play areas.

The children at Pinewood Infant School are enthusiastic learners and we do our very best to make their activities engaging, exciting and successful. We have a rich curriculum which is full of opportunities for the children to explore, question and acquire a love of learning which will remain with them throughout their lives.

We understand that choosing a school for your child is one of the most important decisions parents can make. If you would like to arrange a school tour please contact the school office on 01252 511885.

Applying for a Reception Place (Year R)

If your child is due to start School in September 2027 you are required to apply for a Reception Year school place.  Main Round Admissions for Reception Year starting in September 2027 will open on  Sunday 1st November 2026 and will close at midnight on Friday 15th January 2027.

The national notification day for on time applications is Friday 16th April 2027.

Hampshire County Council provide full details about the Year R application process. You can find useful information, guidance, and the online portal to help guide you through the process directly on their website.

• Hampshire County Council – Applying for a School Place
• Hampshire Schools Admissions Guidance
• School Catchment Area Finder
• School Profile

Applying for a school place in-year

An in-year admission is when a child needs an immediate school place during the school year.

There are two main reasons for this. You might be moving house or unhappy with your child’s current school.

You can apply for an in-year place up to four school weeks before the place is needed. If you are offered a place, the school will require your child to start at the school within four school weeks. Exceptionally, parents seeking an in-year place starting in September 2026 can apply from 1 May 2026. These applications will be considered from 8 June 2026.

In-year applications for Hampshire schools are processed by the schools who will aim to respond to your application in writing within 10 school days but must respond in no later than 15 school days.

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